LG G2 LCD and Digitizer Replacement

Do not apply excessive force when removing the phone's backing.

• Power down your phone to ensure safe removal of components.
• Locate the SIM drawer, positioned on the right side of the device.
• Insert a metal opening tool above the SIM drawer and apply gentle upward pressure.
• Persistently loosen the phone's backing by making your way around its perimeter.

Remove the eleven Phillips #00 silver screws and one black screw circled in yellow.

• Set aside for reassembly, as these screws have different finishes and slightly different shapes.

Make sure to organize them correctly to ensure proper reassembly of the phone.

Remove the two pieces of the phone's back case by carefully prying them up with a spudger.

• Slide the spudger under the back case, taking care to keep it away from the motherboard.
• Apply gentle upward pressure on the spudger.

Too much pressure can result in poor repairs.

• Disconnect all ribbon cables attached to the two boards.

Be extremely cautious when disconnecting antennas as they may be damaged by excessive force.

• Disconnect the antennas from both sides of the top board.
• Next, disconnect the antennas from both sides of the bottom board.

Locate the small board at the phone's bottom-left side, which is connected to the dual-ribbon board.

• Pry the board loose using a plastic prying tool by giving it a gentle push.
• Lift the board from the top with the power button/volume assembly in your fingers.
• Free the bottom part of the board from the phone housing, taking care not to catch the cables underneath.

Be gentle when lifting the board to avoid damaging any cables.

During reassembly, remember that the small plastic piece (highlighted in picture 3) must be tucked under the board.

• Use a plastic prying tool to gently lift the board.
• Maintain clearance for all ribbon cables to ensure smooth removal.

Ensure all cables are completely clear of the board before attempting to remove it.

Avoid puncturing or deforming the battery to prevent leakage of hazardous materials or fire.

• Use a metal prying tool or an old credit card to carefully release the battery from its adhesive.

Preheat a heat gun according to manufacturer instructions.

• Hold the heat gun 4-6 inches above the phone screen, making even passes back and forth over the glass.
• Apply heat for 1-2 minutes before proceeding.

Avoid applying excessive heat or touching the screen with your bare hands during this process.

Use a thin prying tool to create space between the glass and plastic housing.

• Slide the tool around the perimeter, being careful not to slice cables (one in upper-right corner and wide flat cable on bottom with two connectors).
• Pry the ribbon glued to the inside opposite the screen free.

Do not slide the prying tool too deep.

Once the ribbon is free, remove it and its small connector through a gap just to the side.

When reassembling, apply generous double-sided tape to secure the new screen in place, paying particular attention to the bottom right corner.

If the screen doesn't turn on after replacement, press and hold both volume down and power buttons simultaneously to reset the phone.

• Apply gentle pressure around the volume and power button faceplate while re-assembling the device to help the clips snap into place correctly.
• If necessary, use a little extra force to secure the clips in position.